Aggravated battery that causes great bodily harm, permanent disability, or disfigurement is typically classified as a serious felony. The penalties can vary significantly by jurisdiction but often include substantial prison time, potentially ranging from 3 to 15 years or more, depending on the specific circumstances and any prior criminal history. Additionally, fines and probation may also be imposed. It's important to consult local laws for precise sentencing guidelines.
CALIFORNIA CODESPENAL CODESECTION 203-206.1COUNT 1 -- PC 205. A person is guilty of aggravated mayhem when he or sheunlawfully, under circumstances manifesting extreme indifference tothe physical or psychological well-being of another person,intentionally causes permanent disability or disfigurement of anotherhuman being or deprives a human being of a limb, organ, or member ofhis or her body. For purposes of this section, it is not necessaryto prove an intent to kill. Aggravated mayhem is a felony punishableby imprisonment in the state prison for life with the possibility ofparole.
(720 ILCS 5/2-8) (from Ch. 38, par. 2-8) Sec. 2-8. "Forcible felony". "Forcible felony" means treason, first degree murder, second degree murder, predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, aggravated criminal sexual assault, criminal sexual assault, robbery, burglary, residential burglary, aggravated arson, arson, aggravated kidnapping, kidnapping, aggravated battery resulting in great bodily harm or permanent disability or disfigurement and any other felony which involves the use or threat of physical force or violence against any individual.
Keep in mind that this is dependent on the jurisdiction in which we're referring to, but in general: Battery is touching someone in an offensive manner. The most common examples are punching, hitting, or kicking someone, but it can also be used for sexually motivated crimes. Hence, the crime "Sexual Battery". Aggravated Battery, in general, is "Battery with a Deadly Weapon". This may involve stabbing, shooting, or even hitting someone with your car. Some areas also use aggravated battery for "battery that causes extreme damage". So, it's possible that if you hit someone, and break their jaw or knock out several teeth, you could be charged with aggravated battery. But, as I stated up top, this is dependent on your local laws.
Aggravated Battery Aggravated Assault Disorderly Conduct
(720 ILCS 5/2‑8) (from Ch. 38, par. 2‑8) Sec. 2‑8. "Forcible felony". "Forcible felony" means treason, first degree murder, second degree murder, predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, aggravated criminal sexual assault, criminal sexual assault, robbery, burglary, residential burglary, aggravated arson, arson, aggravated kidnaping, kidnaping, aggravated battery resulting in great bodily harm or permanent disability or disfigurement and any other felony which involves the use or threat of physical force or violence against any individual. (Source: P.A. 88‑277; 89‑428, eff. 12‑13‑95; 89‑462, eff. 5‑29‑96.)
Ask Mike Tyson. Ripping off a piece of someone's ear is known as aggravated battery causing disfigurement or disability, replacing the older term of "mayhem." I don't answer questions of specifically how long a person will stay in jail/prison for a certain offense. This depends on other circumstances, aggravating or mitigating, surrounding the offense.
Yes, it is possible to charge someone with aggravated battery without committing simple battery. Aggravated battery involves causing serious bodily harm or using a deadly weapon, while simple battery usually refers to intentionally causing physical harm or unwanted physical contact. Aggravated battery typically involves more severe circumstances that elevate the charge from simple battery.
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Aggravated Battery is generally a low class felony, high class misdemeanor. In most states it's a First Degree Misdemeanor.
A person who is charged with aggravated battery in Louisiana could be fined up to $5000.00. They could also face prison time up to 10 years.
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Corporations may be sued for failing to control, or monitor, or properly supervise, the actions of its employees, however corporate entities cannot be directly sued for a "person-on-person" offense such as aggravated battery.